Religious people are offended by the claims and methods of Jesus.
Some readers would be shocked at the claims of Jesus, others at his actions.
God’s ways can be shocking, especially to the self-righteous.
The local “riff raff” were thirsty for what Jesus was offering.
Remember Jesus as described in the Bible and not the stuffy Jesus of religious formalities.
My mission and methods should parallel those of Jesus.
God, help me love you more than any worldly expectation.
